It’s time for Zookambi Summer Camp!
Summer is here! And with summer comes… Zookambi Summer Camp! What better way to start your little one’s summer than with a week of fun at the zoo – playing, crafting, and […]
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A student’s Michigan State University experience
By Cassandra Arrington, Grand Ledge High School Junior I am a student at Grand Ledge High School, but through Eaton RESA, I get to attend a class at Potter Park […]
Ask Mr. Dennis: Which Species are Impacted by Illegal Wildlife Trade?
By Education Curator Dennis Laidler Sadly, there are several species here at Potter Park Zoo whose wild populations are being severely impacted by the illegal wildlife trade such as black […]
Staff Highlight – Rick Parker
Serving Smiles to Every Visitor Rick Parker has seen a lot of changes at Potter Park Zoo since he started as a seasonal employee in 1981 and began working full […]
Ask Mr. Dennis: How many baby animals will be born at the zoo this year?
By Education Curator Dennis Laidler This time of year we are often asked how many baby animals the zoo is expecting. Everyone loves to see baby animals at the zoo, […]
Home Sweet Home – Maliha and Rupert Jr.
One year old Maliha, a female red panda, came to Potter Park Zoo almost a year ago from the Fort Wayne Children’s Zoo. She was introduced to her mate Rupert Jr. […]
Robert Bell – Volunteer Superstar
Volunteering 16 years and still going strong Robert Bell is a Potter Park Zoo “Volunteer Superstar.” In his 16 year tenure as a volunteer he has handed out more than […]
Construction Continues at Potter Park Zoo
The sounds of hammers, drills, saws and other equipment echoed through Potter Park Zoo this summer and fall with the construction of new red panda and moose exhibits. Rupert Jr. […]
Zoo Welcomes Autistic Learners
Note: We are pleased to announce we have had an overwhelming response to our announcement of this program. The afternoon sessions in both January and February are nearly full, so […]
A Resolution to Change the World
Tis’ the season for making resolutions. As you are thinking about the life changes you’ll make in 2016, consider making a resolution that will change the world. Kick off 2016 […]
